Not familiar with it at all. I read the possible side effects. I think I can understand why you might have concerns.

Sleep and Fibromyalgia is never a perfect science. We all go through bouts of little or no sleep even with medication. I find the change of seasons really affects me as does a full moon. I know that Caleb has school and that makes it doubly hard when he isn't getting enough rest.

I'd go for an increase in Elavil/Amitriptyline if that is possible. Hot bath maybe with some Epsom salts or lavender to relax him (I think Johnson and Johnson makes a lavender baby wash just for convenience sake) before bed. Sometimes a sound machine or just white noise is helpful too.

Good luck. Take care.

The ped first wanted to increase the Elavil, but his Rheum said he never goes over 30 mg for kids. Says the side effects start to outweigh the benefits. Sigh.... I should have gone to med school.

Don't have anything to add ....just so sorry that he's having such a hard time...and you as well. Hoping that you find something helpful soon. Hugs

Wish i know some think to share! My best wishes.

Not familiar with the meds you mention. We have found warm milk with honey or milky chamomile tea with honey sometimes helps. Lavender essential oil can be put directly on the skin and so I sometimes put one drop on the scottie's neck at about bedtime. She sleeps on my daughter's bed and her body heat gently releases the lavender scent and helps them sleep. It also helps keep fleas off naturally.
The epsom salts bath also works well in our experience. I must try it with the lavender too, why don't I think of these things!

I was on it once. It not only did not help me sleep but I gained 50 pounds in 4 months. Also, my bad cholesterol went through the roof and then I had to take meds to lower my cholesterol. Just my experience, but I wouldn't touch it again with a 10 foot pole.

You could always try Calms Forte by Hyland. It can be used for kids and adults. It is a natural formulation. I've used it for a couple of years now and it works pretty well to knock me out. You can find it at the Vitamin Shoppe and CVS carries it too. I forgot mention this option last night when I responded to your post. Enjoy your weekend.

Here is an article below that might be helpful to you.

Click on the link to read it.

Mirtazapine (REMERON) and sleep:

http://www.sleepio.com/articles/sleep-aids/mirtazapine-and-sleep/

Here is some more information from people that used Remeron for sleep. Keep in mind that everyone is so different when it comes to Medications and what works for one person may or may not work for someone else. Good luck and let me know if it helps your Caleb.

These are actual people that gave reviews about using Remeron for sleep. It is very interesting.

Click on this link below for the info:

http://www.drugs.com/comments/mirtazapine/for-insomnia.html

Thanks everyone! I worry so much about what these drugs will do Tia developing brain.